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If you can do so, you could do that. However, all you should be doing is getting the driver's name, phone number, address, insurance information, and who he or she works for.

Can I talk to the trucker after the accident?

If you can do so, you could do that. However, all you should be doing is getting the driver’s name, phone number, address, insurance information, and who he or she works for. You can take photos of the driver’s license and insurance documents to help get this information. Do not, under any circumstances, comment on the nature of the crash or that you feel you may have been partly to blame. 

Keep your thoughts and observations to yourself and only discuss them with your truck accident attorney. If you say anything to the trucker or others at the scene of the accident, it can be used against you later. Repeat, do not, under any circumstances talk to anyone about the crash. Speak only to the lawyer you retain to represent you. 

Do not be surprised if the truck driver’s insurance company calls you after the crash. You do not have to speak to them, and it would be best if you do not speak to them. Refer them to your lawyer. Insurance companies are looking for information to use against you to deny your accident claim. If they cannot deny it, they attempt to reduce it. Your attorney can handle those calls, and if necessary, take the insurance company to court. 

Another thing to be aware of is that insurance companies usually make a quick settlement offer and frame it as a matter of urgency that you take it. While it may seem tempting to take the offer and be done with the insurance hassles, do not do this until you speak to your lawyer. 

Even though the offer sounds good, it may not be nearly enough to cover your long-term bills should your injuries be severe. If you accept a settlement immediately, you may jeopardize your care and well-being. Let your attorney do the negotiating and you can be assured your care is handled for the duration.

Always talk to your lawyer if you get an early offer that sounds good. It may be acceptable, it may not be. While it may deal with short-term medical expenses, if you need surgeries or other rehabilitative care, it would likely fall short of covering everything you would need to recover. We can offer you legal advice so you can make an informed decision.

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